Mongolian Beef Stir-Fry

A savory and slightly sweet Mongolian beef dish featuring tender strips of beef cooked with scallions and garlic in a rich soy-based sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful main dish.

Steps

1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. 2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Add sliced beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and water. 5. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. 6. Add scallions and cook for another minute until they soften but remain crisp. 7. Serve hot over steamed rice if desired.

150g beef sirloin, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup water Cooked steamed rice (optional, for serving)